I teach computers in a high school and don't feel that duo's would hold up to
the stress students put on computers on a daily basis. I would thing SE/30's
would be just the ticket, with reasonable speed, a possible 32mg or ram and up
to 1 Gig HD's for far less than the duo's would cost. You would get more bang
for your buck that way.
Tom
Paul Nelson wrote:
> >My wife has a special education classroom and has asked me to provide
> >assistance in acquiring some Duo-type machines for students that could
> >benefit by using such machines (basically word processing instead of hand
> >writing). 2XX or even 1XX series machines are what she is looking for (i.e.,
> >getting the most # of machines for the cheapest $$$).
> >
> >They have a limited budget so any help on cost would be appreciated (or
> >donate them and get a tax break next year!). Does anyone have any they might
> >be able to offer?
>
> It would be useful if you could offer more information. Why the duos, or
> is it just expense? Do you need docks, or just the duo with maybe one
> adapter and floppy to go around the classroom. Would a Duo be preferable
> to the PB 1xx's? Why a powerbook at all, as Mac SE's or Classics might be
> cheaper, and more durable, and not take up much more space. A special ed
> class can be pretty hard on equipment. Have you talked to Dan Knight, at
> lowendmac.com who had a list going for donated equipment for schools?
> Paul
>
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